You guys got any advices on buying an HD camcorder ? Mostly to film rock climbing. I don't have 1000$ to spend for this, so maybe something under 700$. And is it worth to go HD in that price range ? Any infos/advices are appreciated.

well, not actually. I have one that I don't recommend, though. You can get some super compact medium definition ones, though. Make sure you try it out, first - check that the picture doesn't wobble when you shake the camera. Make sure the sound is good, and check that there's some way to tell that it's rolling when the screen is shut.

Well mandryd and I use the Panasonic DMC-ZS3(~$350) to shoot 720p @ 30 FPS video. I think the videos look awesome even when compressed on youtube when viewed in HD. The ZS3 also some decent still shots but only in good sunlight. The DMC-LX3 would shoot much better pictures and still decent 720p @ 24 FPS video.

Personally I am waiting for an LX3 replacement or perhaps the new Olympus PEN E-P1. The Sanyo HD2000 also looks nice since it shoots true 1080p @ 60 FPS. However, its stills are not good at all.